Raaj Kumar

Filmmaker K.C. Bokadia reminisces about an era when Bollywood legends like Amitabh Bachchan and Raaj Kumar trusted directors implicitly, agreeing to films without hearing scripts. This profound faith, Bokadia explains, propelled his own directorial debut and shaped a career marked by successful films and collaborations with industry giants, highlighting a bygone era of deep professional respect and commitment.

Veteran screenwriter Kamlesh Pandey, in a recent interview, recalled an incident from the sets of Saudagar, where Dilip Kumar stayed away from the shoot for three days, pushing director Subhash Ghai to the brink of calling off the film. Speaking about the Manali schedule, Kamlesh shared that the unit was fully prepared to shoot a key scene, but Dilip Kumar did not report to the set.

Actress Sonakshi Sinha gave a lighthearted glimpse into her personal life as she introduced her husband Zaheer Iqbal's distinctive taste in music on social media.

Raaj Kumar, known for his distinctive style in classics like Pakeezah and Waqt, left a significant mark on cinema. Mukesh Khanna shared stories of Raaj Kumar's compelling presence, including his unique interactions with Amjad Khan and Sunil Dutt. Khanna also praised Raaj Kumar's privacy about his illness and death.

Veteran filmmaker Mehul Kumar, who had a close bond with the late Raaj Kumar, recently shared an anecdote from the set of his film 'Jung Baaz'. This film starred both Govinda and Raaj Kumar in lead roles.

Director Mehul Kumar revealed that casting Nana Patekar and Raaj Kumar together for Tirangaa (1993) was risky due to their strong personalities. Nana agreed to the film with a condition to leave if Raaj interfered, while Raaj had reservations about Nana. However, they developed a friendship on set, and Tirangaa became a hit.

During the filming of 'Marte Dam Tak' in 1987, Raaj Kumar and Govinda shared a memorable exchange. Raaj Kumar's sarcastic compliment on Govinda's shirt led to an unexpected gift and a witty response, as Raaj Kumar turned the shirt into a handkerchief.

This gets us more emotional as Bappi Lahiri's last rites have just got completed. Herewith, we at ETimes bring you an anecdote of Bappi da and the legendary actor Raaj Kumar. Known for his love for gold, Bappi da once bumped into Raaj Kumar on a flight to Delhi. Raaj Kumar walked up to Bappi da and sat beside him as the seat next to the legendary musician was incidentally empty. The flight took off and Raaj Kumar was quite talkative on that plane.

Raza Murad shared candid insights into Raaj Kumar's life, revealing a controversial incident and his iconic career. Kumar's humility and humor were highlighted through personal anecdotes, showcasing his respect for Dilip Kumar and his enduring impact on Indian cinema. His legacy includes films like 'Mother India' and 'Pakeezah'.

An amusing anecdote from the sets of the 1980 film ‘Chambal Ki Kassam’ has resurfaced, recounted by actor Ranjeet. Raaj Kumar playfully suggested filming a bathing scene with Moushumi Chatterjee in a river. Chatterjee wittily declined, quipping about Raaj Kumar saving his wig over her if it came off in the water.

Raajkumar' appeared in about 70 films during his career, which lasted over four decades. He left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Many stars avoided working with him due to his reputation for arrogance and an unpredictable temper. There's a story of Amitabh Bachchan encountering Raaj Kumar's arrogance at a party organized by Raaj Kapoor, where both actors were present.

Actor Prashant Narayanan, who was working as an assistant art director for the film ‘Saudagar’ starring Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar, remembered their tense relationship on set.

During the filming of 'Saudagar', the Holi song shoot became a battleground due to Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar's intense rivalry. An assistant art director revealed Raaj Kumar disregarded warnings and threw color directly at Dilip Kumar's face, halting production. Their feud stemmed from a slapping incident during 'Paigham' in 1959.

Gayatri Pandit, the widow of actor Raaj Kumar, peacefully passed away on November 28th in Bombay. Raaj Kumar, originally born as Kulbhushan Nath Pandit, had a unique journey into the world of acting. He served as an IAS Sub-inspector in the Mumbai Police before entering the film industry. Raaj Kumar left an indelible mark on Indian cinema with over 70 Hindi films. He died of throat cancer at the age of 69 on July 3, 1996.

Veteran star Mukesh Khanna, who had shared the screen with the late Raaj Kumar in movies like 'Saudagar', 'Betaaj Badshah', and 'Jawab', recalled some anecdotes from the time he worked with the late actor.

Raaj Kumar Anand, a Dalit face, resigned from AAP due to corruption allegations and the jailing of Arvind Kejriwal. Anand, who left and rejoined AAP, quit as cabinet minister in Delhi. He joined the cabinet on 3rd November 2022 after graduating from Bundelkhand University.

Esmayeel Shroff who passed away on October 26 was very close to the veteran actor Raaj Kumar who was known to be very whimsical. But Naseeruddin Shah who had a chance to work with Raaj Kumar in 'Police Public' says the stories of Raaj Kumar’s eccentricity were all fabricated by the publicists.

Late legendary actor Raaj Kumar and Nana Patekar featured together in a film titled 'Tirangaa' helmed by Mehul Kumar. However, the filmmaker had a tough time getting both of them to work together.

The newly-appointed minister in Delhi government, Raaj Kumar Anand, was administered the oath of office and secrecy by lieutenant governor VK Saxena in a small ceremony at Raj Niwas on Thursday.

Himesh Reshammiya’s upcoming murder mystery The Xposé is set against the setting of the film industry in the 60s.

In an exclusive interview with ETimes, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna shared some of his cherished memories of working with Bollywood legends Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar. Reflecting on his experiences, Khanna offered insight into the unique challenges and learning moments from these collaborations. “I’ve had the privilege of working with legends like Raaj Kumar and Dilip Kumar. Let me share some memories with them,” Khanna began.

Aam Aadmi Party's Raaj Kumar Anand defeated BJP's Parvesh Ratn by a margin of 30,935 votes. Stay with us for all the live updates:

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai needs no introduction. His works speak volumes about the ace director and in his career span, he worked with a number of actors.

Hema Malini fondly recalls her experiences working with Raaj Kumar in films like 'Lal Patthar' and 'Sharara,' highlighting his patient and supportive nature, which contrasted with his public image. She emphasizes his helpfulness during challenging roles and fondly remembers a waltz scene in 'Sharara,' inspired by her brother and her, showcasing Raj Kumar's unexpected romantic side.

The 1991 film 'Saudagar' brought Dilip Kumar and Raaj Kumar together, though a known tension existed between them. Action director Ravi Dewan recalls Raaj Kumar's subtle acts of indifference on set, like avoiding fan interactions and causing retakes. Their cold war reportedly began during 'Paigham' in 1959. Despite their strained relationship, 'Saudagar' became a commercial success.

Director Mehul Kumar reminisced about Raaj Kumar and Nana Patekar's cautious approach to working together during the production of the 1993 patriotic action film 'Tirangaa'. Renowned for their temperamental personalities, both actors asserted beforehand that they wouldn’t tolerate any tantrums from each other. In an interview on the Friday Talkies YouTube channel, Mehul Kumar revealed that while Raaj Kumar was confirmed for the film's pivotal role, casting the second lead posed a challenge. Initially, he approached Rajinikanth, who liked the story but declined due to concerns about Raaj Kumar's unpredictability. Next, Naseeruddin Shah turned down the offer. Eventually, Nana Patekar was suggested, known then for his role in the acclaimed film 'Parinda' but preferring arthouse cinema. Mehul Kumar recounted, "I called him, but he said, ‘I don’t do commercial films’. I convinced him that commercial cinema would boost his visibility." Patekar agreed after hearing the script but insisted, "If Raaj Saab interferes, I’ll walk off the set." Assuring Patekar, Kumar proceeded with confidence, having worked with Raaj Kumar previously.

With their upcoming film The Xpose being inspired by Bollywood of the 60s, Himesh Reshammiya and Yo Yo Honey Singh have decided to invite Raaj Kumar and Pran’s families for the movie’s premiere next month.

Delhi government's SC/ST welfare minister Raaj Kumar Anand on Friday wrote to Delhi University vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh demanding a reduction of cutoff marks for SC students to fill vacant seats at the varsity.

Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore recently turned a year older. The diva who has several hit films under her credit, has been ruling the hearts of the audience for decades now. She keeps sharing interesting anecdotes with her co-stars that often go viral and here’s another one from the time when she had to travel to Nainital by a car with her co-star Raaj Kumar and couldn’t keep the windows down.